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J760 MLX

1992 Suzuki Samurai

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,287 mi
Last recorded74,287 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 1992 Suzuki Samurai68,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ760 MLX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSamurai
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc
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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2019 74,287 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

surface corrosion on fuel pipes

Fail 28 Nov 2019 74,287 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Upper Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

surface corrosion on fuel pipes

Pass 26 Nov 2018 73,756 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front hub seal leaking

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front hub seal leaking

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 73,656 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 73,128 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all brake pipes surface rust (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Fail 26 Nov 2016 73,128 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all brake pipes surface rust (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Dec 2015 70,477 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Feb 2015 69,352 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 69,352 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 69,126 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 66,066 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 66,066 miles

Offside Front Seat belt cut sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 20 May 2011 75,995 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Pass 20 May 2011 75,995 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 74,657 miles

Battery insecure

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 May 2009 74,104 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 72,598 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 16 May 2007 70,800 miles

Oil leak

across axel meatel brake pipe rusty

slight play steering drag link

Pass 16 May 2006 68,357 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 68,357 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 May 2005 64,907 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Samurai?

Based on 735 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
1,412
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 69
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 65
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
parking brake recording little or no effort 27
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 27
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J760 MLX is a 1992 Suzuki Samurai in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1992 Suzuki Samurai models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 68,105 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Samurai fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J760 MLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Samurai typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 34 years old, this Suzuki Samurai is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J760 MLX is a 1992 Suzuki Samurai, first registered on 15 May 1992.

Is J760 MLX safe to buy?

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